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Scottish Gatherings
The Society participates in many of the area's Scottish Festivals and Games. The Saint Andrew Society's tent serves as a gathering point for members, and as a source of information for our members and our visitors. During the course of the year the Society also puts on, or takes part in, various social events, Ceilidhs, Dinners and Teas, in San Diego County, where members gather to enjoy each other's company, and to learn more about our rich Scottish Culture and Heritage.Scottish Gatherings |
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Robert Burns Night The birth date of Scotland's National Bard is roundly celebrated once a year in late January. Fine Scottish fare, good drink and great music accompany while Rabbie's life, poems and songs are recited in a wonderful evening of entertainment. |
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Tartan Day April 6th is forever designated Tartan Day by Presidential decree. Celebrated at various events throughout San Diego over a week period, Tartan Day honors those Founding Fathers of the US who are of Scottish decent. |
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San Diego Annual Highland Games & Clan Gathering One of the largest Scottish events in the country, the Games are held in Vista, North of San Diego around the time of the Summer equinox. Professional heavy athletics, sheep-dog trials, marching pipe bands and highland dancing are only a few of the events during this spectacular two day gathering. |
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| The Kirkin 'O' the Tartans
This special Society sponsored ceremony, with all it's colorful pageantry, is held each year in mid-November at St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, Encinitas. There the local clans or families bring their tartans to be blessed. |
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| House of Scotland at Balboa Park
Situated within the International Village at Balboa Park, the House of Scotland is packed with information on Tartans, Clans, Kings & Queens, Castles and other lore that comprise the culture and history of Scotland. Once a year on the last Sunday in October, the House of Scotland puts on a lawn program open to all who wish to attend.. |
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